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Basseterre, St. Kitts- June 10th, 2024 – Progress Report is proud to announce the airing of its latest feature, “Flight 004,” showcasing groundbreaking initiatives from the Ministry of Sports and Creative Economy, the Ministry of Small Business, Entrepreneurship and Cooperatives, and the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Marine Resources. This special program is available on Cable Channel 4 and YouTube, providing an in-depth look at how these ministries are driving innovation and progress. We invite all media houses, stakeholders, and the public to tune in and be inspired by the remarkable progress being made. This is an opportunity to gain…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, June 10, 2024 (SKNIS): Notice has been given for a sitting of the National Assembly to be held at the National Assembly Chambers, Government Headquarters, Basseterre, on Friday, June 14, 2024, at 10 a.m. The Order Paper and other Papers will be issued at a later date. The National Assembly will be broadcast live on ZIZ Radio (96 FM) and participating radio stations. It can also be viewed live on TV Channel 5 in St. Kitts and Channel 98 in Nevis. It will also be streamed live at www.zizonline.com Copies of the Bills will be made available on the St. Kitts and…

Basseterre, St. Kitts- June 6, 2024 – Thanks to the dedicated efforts of the St. Kitts Department of Sports the much-anticipated cricket competitions have returned to primary schools after a prolonged hiatus. This significant initiative underscores the department’s commitment to fostering youth development through sports. Last weekend, the Conaree Cricket Stadium buzzed with excitement as young cricketers from primary schools across the island took to the field. The Minister of Sports, Hon. Samal Duggins, attended the matches and shared heartfelt remarks about the revival of cricket at the grassroots level. “It was incredibly heartwarming to witness our young boys participating in…

Basseterre, St. Kitts – June 5, 2024 [Ministry of Health] – The Ministry of Health proudly announces the official handing over of the ICT Network Project, a collaborative effort made possible by The Cable (Contractor) and the National Telecommunication Regulatory Commission (NTRC) through their Universal Service Fund (USF). This milestone marks the completion of a year-long project connecting all thirteen state-run institutions to a high-speed, high-bandwidth secure network. The newly established network will significantly enhance healthcare services in St. Kitts and Nevis, enabling cutting-edge features such as telemedicine, the installation of a Hospital Digital Record (HDR) software, and other modern…

The first staging of Foster Care Month, which was observed from May 5th-30th, 2024, has been hailed a resounding success. Hosted by the Department of Probation & Child Protection Services’ Out-of-Home Placement Unit, the Month was held to bring awareness to fostering and the experiences of Foster children and parents. Activities included an opening Church Service and Luncheon at the People’s Evangelistic Centre during which Foster parents Ms. Dahlia Robbin, Mr. Dion French, and Ms. Hyacinth Dias were awarded, Media appearances, a Workshop for Foster Parents, and a Health Awareness Walk. Foster children and parents also enjoyed several opportunities to…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, 7th June, 2024 (CFBC): Representatives from American and Canadian Universities will be in Saint Kitts at the Clarence Fitzroy Bryant College (CFBC) on Friday, 14th June, 2024, at 3:00 pm to provide scholarship and admission information and to field questions from prospective students. The session will take place in the Poinciana Conference Room at the CFBC’s main campus on Burdon Street. Universities that will be represented are Southeast Missouri State University in Cape Girardeau, Missouri, USA; University of Guelph in Ontario, Canada; Suny Brockport in New York, USA; Western Illinois University in Macomb, Illinois, USA and St.…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, June 06, 2024 (SKNIS): As part of the thrust to create a sustainable island state, the popular St. Kitts Music Festival, scheduled for June 27 to June 29, 2024, will take on a modern eco-friendly atmosphere, demonstrating to visitors and residents the government’s commitment to protect the environment and address climate change. The eco-friendly practices will ensure vendors at the annual festival utilise alternatives to plastic cups, plates, and utensils. Recycling bins will be posted around the concert venue while posters and direct interaction with attendees throughout the event are included in the Music Fest Goes Green…

BASSETERRE, St. Kitts and Nevis, June 7, 2024 [Press Secretary, PMO] – The Caribbean Disaster Emergency Management Agency (CDEMA), in collaboration with the Government of Saint Kitts and Nevis through the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), is gearing up to host the 13th Comprehensive Disaster Management (CDM13) Conference in Saint Kitts and Nevis. Scheduled from December 2nd to 6th, 2024, this conference will gather key stakeholders under the theme “CDM: The Road to Resilience Check Point 2024 – Levelling Up for a Dynamic Future”. Saint Kitts and Nevis has reaffirmed its commitment to Comprehensive Disaster Management (CDM), a Caribbean brand…

The St. Kitts and Nevis Bureau of Standards (SKNBS) is reminding all retailers that goods displayed for sale must include English, the official language of St. Christopher and Nevis. Non-compliance with this requirement violates SRO 35 2023, Section 3.3. Additionally, labels with deceptive information violate Section 3.2 of the same regulation. Please note that regulations are law and must be followed. Retailers should verify compliance requirements by visiting www.sknbs.org under the “Approved Regulations” tab. Penalties for breaches are detailed in Section 19-part 3 of the Bureau of Standards & Quality Act # 19 2021. Penalties include fines and imprisonment. The…

BASSETERRE, Saint Kitts and Nevis June 7, 2024 [Press Secretary, PMO] – Prime Minister Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew extends congratulations to Honourable Narendra Modi on his recent reelection as Prime Minister of the Republic of India for a third term and to the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). “I extend my warmest congratulations to you on your remarkable achievement of being elected for a third term as Prime Minister of the Republic of India. May your leadership guide India with wisdom, compassion, and foresight, propelling the nation towards ever-greater heights of success and prosperity” Prime Minister Drew noted. He further commended…